| Term | Definition |
| BURN IN | To darken a specific area of a print by giving it additional printing exposure. |
| DODGE | To lighten an area of a print by shading it during part of the printing exposure. |
| CONTRAST | The difference in darkness or density between one tone and another. |
| CROP | To trim the edges of an image, often to improve the composition. |
| EASEL | Darkroom accessory used to hold printing paper flat and in place under the enlarger. |
| COMPOSITION | Pleasing selection and arrangement of the elements within a picture |